BENELLI 12301 SUPER BLACK EAGLE 3 A.I. OPTIFADE MARSH 12 GA 3.5" 28" BBL

Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. Cerakote 12 Gauge (model 12301) is a right-hand, semi-automatic inertia driven shotgun with a 28 inch barrel, 2-3/4, 3, and 3-1/2 inch chamber, and 3+1 capacity, purpose-built for serious waterfowl hunters who demand maximum versatility and performance from heavy 12 gauge loads. Finished in GORE OPTIFADE Marsh with a Midnight Bronze Cerakote barrel and receiver, this Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. Cerakote is tuned for harsh weather, extended-range performance, and all-day comfort in blinds, marsh, and open water layouts.

Key Features

• Model number / part number: 12301
• Gauge: 12 gauge
• Chamber: 2-3/4 inch, 3 inch, and 3-1/2 inch
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds
• Barrel length: 28 inch
• Finish: GORE OPTIFADE Marsh stock, Midnight Bronze Cerakote barrel and receiver
• Action: semi-automatic, inertia driven system
• Stock configuration: ComforTech 3
• Overall length: 50 inches
• Weight: 7 pounds
• Length of pull: 14-3/8 inches
• Drop at comb: 1-3/8 inches
• Drop at heel: 2-1/8 inches
• Sight: red-bar front sight
• Extended chokes included: A.I. Extended Crio C, IC, M, IM, F
• Grip: standard
• Size: standard
• Hand dominance: right hand
• Drilled and tapped: yes

Special Features

• 3-1/2 inch chamber lets the Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. Cerakote 12 Gauge (model 12301) run everything from light 2-3/4 inch target shells up to heavy 3-1/2 inch magnums for geese and late-season ducks.
• Advanced Impact barrel system is engineered to deliver tighter, more uniform patterns and increased penetration on target for cleaner kills at extended ranges.
• Midnight Bronze Cerakote on the barrel and receiver adds a tough, corrosion-resistant finish that helps protect the gun from water, salt, and hard use in brutal weather.
• Full GORE OPTIFADE Marsh coverage provides high-end concealment in flooded grain, cattails, and open marsh environments where pressured birds scrutinize decoy spreads.
• Inertia Driven operating system gives clean, adjustment-free cycling across the full load range with minimal maintenance and no gas system parts to foul.
• ComforTech 3 stock with integrated chevrons and Combtech cheek pad is designed to significantly cut movement and facial impact, especially when shooting heavy magnum loads.
• Crio system cryogenically treated barrel and A.I. Extended Crio choke tubes are built to produce dense, consistent patterns and reduce shot deformation.
• Easy Locking bolt system uses a spring-assisted detent to help ensure consistent lockup so the shotgun stays in battery with everything from light practice loads to 3-1/2 inch shells.
• Oversized controls and enlarged loading port make operation and reloads easier with gloved hands in cold conditions.
• Chrome-plated bore improves corrosion resistance and simplifies cleaning after hard days in the blind.
• Minimum recommended load of 3-dram, 1-1/8 ounce shells provides a clear baseline for reliable cycling.

Practical Benefits

• A top-tier choice for dedicated waterfowlers who need one 12 gauge to cover early teal, mid-season ducks, and late-season big honkers with a full spread of load options.
• At 7 pounds with a 28 inch barrel, the Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. Cerakote 12 Gauge (model 12301) balances smooth swing on passing birds with manageable carry weight for long walks and boat rides.
• ComforTech 3, Combtech cheek padding, and the Advanced Impact barrel system work together to promote comfortable shooting and high-confidence hits when running heavy shells in tough conditions.
• The included set of A.I. Extended Crio tubes (C, IC, M, IM, F) and drilled-and-tapped receiver give broad flexibility to tailor patterns and optics for everything from tight timber to big open water.

The Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. Cerakote 12 Gauge (model 12301) is a dependable option and proven platform for serious waterfowl hunters who refuse to compromise on versatility, performance, or reliability when chasing ducks and geese in demanding conditions.